Common frog

The common frog, a widespread and common amphibian species, plays an important role in the ecosystem as a predator of insects and other invertebrates. This fact sheet provides a detailed overview of the biology and lifestyle of the common frog and highlights the importance of its protection and conservation in natural habitats.

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Profile: Common frog

  • Scientific classification

    • Class: Amphibians (Amphibia)
    • Order: Anura
    • Family: True frogs (Ranidae)
    • Genus: Rana
    • Species: R. temporaria (common frog)

  • Physical characteristics

    • Size: Body length of 5-9 cm
    • Weight: 10-25 g
    • Special features: Brown or grey back fur with dark spots, light belly, smooth, moist skin, large eyes and narrow muzzle.

  • Habitat and distribution

    • Common regions: Europe, Northern Asia, parts of Northern Africa
    • Habitat: Wet areas such as meadows, ponds, swamps, forest edges, gardens and parks.

  • Nutrition

    • Diet: Carnivore
    • Typical food: insects, worms, snails, small spiders and other invertebrates.

  • Reproduction and lifestyle

    • Spawning season: Spring
    • Reproductive behavior: Amphibious spawning migrations to spawning waters
    • Spawn: Small clumps of up to 1000 eggs laid in water
    • Metamorphosis: Larvae (tadpoles) develop into adult frogs.

  • Lifespan and protection status

    • Life expectancy: 3-7 years in the wild
    • Threat status: Not threatened, but habitat loss, pollution and disease can affect local populations.
    • Conservation measures: conservation and protection of wetlands, raising awareness about amphibian and nature conservation.